I'm Shell H., the breeder behind Da-Koda High Kennels located in Wyocena, WI. We’re a small family operation that strives for exceptional Pointing Chocolate Labradors that will provide you with as much success in the field or hunt test scenarios as they will joy in your home. Pedigrees, genetic testing, and dispositions all play into our breeding decisions. Our dogs work hard, play hard, love hard, and are part of the family. We prepare all of our pups to excel in life.
Q. & A. with Shell
Why did you start breeding?
Our desire is to breed Chocolate Pointing Labradors that have what it takes to be successful in the competitive arena, and have the off-switch to be a great home companion as well. It has been an absolute joy of a journey, and we are so happy to be able to share these wonderful dogs with other loving families and individuals.
What makes your program special?
Pedigrees, health clearances, natural point, personalities, and size are our most important criteria, followed by titles. We strive for intelligent dogs with exceptional temperaments and natural abilities. We truly love our puppies and know you will, too! We pride ourselves on helping all of our clients find the right fit for their needs and lifestyle.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 7
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Green Collar
Went home
Male
White Collar
Went home
Male
Lt Blue Collar
Went home
Male
Blue Collar
Went home
Male
Red Collar
Went home
Male
Brown Collar
Went home
Male
Pink Collar
Went home
Female
Red Collar
Reserved
Male
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Girl 8
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Shell
Shell has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Also included is a 26-month written guarantee, microchip, AKC, and UKC registration papers. Exceptions are made for deposit refunds, depending on the circumstance.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shell may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Shell offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Shell directly.
Da-Koda High Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Nova, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Nova
We acquired Nova when she was a year old. What a great addition. We would take ten of her. She is a hunting machine, retrieving maniac, that is the most mild mannered, loving dog i the house.
Delta, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Delta
Crazy talented up and comer. She is the future rock star of the operation. All she wants to do is please. Full of go and talent.
Koda, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Koda
4xGMPR (Grand Master Pointing Retriever) Koda is my cornerstone dog. He is really something special and instrumental in teaching me. He is my go to guide dog that never ceases to amaze clients with his talents and friendly demeanor.
Tango, dad
Labrador Retriever
About Tango
Tango is a get down to business boy, with a humorous attitude. His physique is second to none. The "Arnold Schwarzenegger" of our dogs. He is put together and gets compliments wherever we go.
Zulu, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Zulu
Zulu is a special girl we kept out of our very first breeding, our 4xGMPR Koda - CPR Sierra. She is full of go and loves to hunt, as much as snuggling on the couch with you. Super dark chocolate color. She has produced some very nice pups that have been well received by their owners and families.
Sierra, mom
Labrador Retriever
About Sierra
Sierra is a female Labrador Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shell decided to make her part of their program. Shell has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Da-Koda High Kennels reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Labrador Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Great Dane Type, Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).